2007 Acura RL vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Acura RL (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | RL | Forte |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 52 L |